1970 BMW 2002 vs. 1972 Jaguar Sovereign
To start off, 1972 Jaguar Sovereign is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 BMW 2002. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 BMW 2002 would be higher. At 5,342 cc (12 cylinders), 1972 Jaguar Sovereign is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Jaguar Sovereign (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1970 BMW 2002. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Jaguar Sovereign should accelerate faster than 1970 BMW 2002. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Jaguar Sovereign weights approximately 940 kg more than 1970 BMW 2002. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1972 Jaguar Sovereign (433 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 BMW 2002. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Jaguar Sovereign will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 BMW 2002.
Compare all specifications:
1970 BMW 2002 | 1972 Jaguar Sovereign | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 2002 | Sovereign |
Year Released | 1970 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 5342 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 433 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 12.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2870 mm |